On 10–11 March 2026, the INCORE-MED project reached an important milestone with the organisation of its 3rd Partners and Steering Committee Meeting in Barcelona. Hosted by eco-union in collaboration with the General Directorate of Coastal Policies of the Government of Catalonia, the event brought together partners from across Europe and the Mediterranean to take stock of progress and shape the next phase of the project.
The event was held at the Department of Territory, Housing and Ecological Transition of the Government of Catalonia, which hosted project activities and facilitated discussions on coastal resilience. A highlight was the presentation of the Coastal Protection and Management Plan (PPOL) by the Directorate-General for Coastal Policies. The PPOL applies the Scenario Workshop with Adaptation Pathways (SWAP) method, supporting sustainable management and long-term protection of the Catalan coastline.
Partners shared updates on project management, communication activities, and ongoing work packages, including pilot projects in Catalonia, northern Sardinia, Kastela (Croatia), and Ria Formosa Natural Park (Algarve). These pilot cases test participatory approaches such as SWAP and Democracy LAB (DLAB) to strengthen governance and coastal resilience. The meeting also launched the joint assessment of transfer and adoption across the four pilot areas, which will inform the development of the INCORE-MED toolbox—a practical set of tools to guide participatory adaptation planning and governance.
Through the meeting, INCORE-MED contributes directly to the PPOL participatory process, enabling dialogue among administrations, experts, and stakeholders to co-design adaptation pathways for coastal challenges. The Catalan Government’s hosting of this international meeting reinforces the connection between European cooperation initiatives and regional coastal policy, promoting innovative and inclusive approaches to climate adaptation.
